WhatsApp modified two sections of its Privacy Policy on April 19, 2026. First, the policy changed language about advertising on the platform, removing a statement that WhatsApp had 'no intention' to introduce new ad types and replacing it with an explicit statement that users 'may see other types of ads in Status and Channels.' Second, the policy replaced its section addressing Thai residents' privacy rights under Thai law with a new section on privacy rights for United States residents, including a reference to WhatsApp's United States Regional Privacy Notice.
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We have no intention to introduce them, but if we ever do, we will update this Privacy Policy.
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We have no intention to introduce them, but you may see other types of ads in Status and Channels.
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Back to top Information for Users in Thailand Thai residents may learn more about their rights, including how to exercise their rights under the Thailand Personal Data Protection Act, by clicking here .
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Back to top Privacy Rights for United States Residents You can learn more about the consumer privacy rights that may be available to you, by reviewing the United States Regional Privacy Notice here .
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